Geno Auriemma rails against NCAA changes, blaming new rims and two-site format
UConn coach Geno Auriemma blasted the NCAA’s two-site regional format for the women’s Sweet 16 and Elite Eight, linking it to lower shooting percentages and logistical issues, and blamed the new rims and balls for missteps on the court. He argued the format and equipment changes hinder growth and attendance, calling for a return to a four-site setup, as UConn prepared for an Elite Eight matchup against Notre Dame.